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I was just looking at the inventory myself this evening. Looks like I will be doing the same.
Normy
Lemme know what the dealer says! And if you end up taking one off the lot....
Your going to love it...Mine is at the dealer today having the paint protection done...I don't normally fall for that stuff but I had some problems with the paint on my 02 Tahoe. Anyone else have this done? Did you think it was worth it?
I have always had my eye on Tahoe/Yukon pending not being so upside down on the Expedition. But, now I have a sinking feeling that GM may have foolishly followed Ford and Nissan and completely missed the boat by increasing curb weights so much on the 2007 Tahoe/Suburban. The 2007 Expedition goes another 150-200 lbs in the wrong direction (over 6,100 for new Expedition XL in 4wd)in my view given present and likely future gas prices. Do we really want to lug massive frames around just to get a bit more highway ride smoothness or whatever the purpose of all that weight? The new 2006 Explorer 4wd checks in nearly as heavy or maybe heavier than yesteryear's 1500 series full-sized Bronco, Blazer, and Tahoe.
The 2007 Tahoe is one of the best looking SUVs to ever hit the market, but why the additional 496 lbs? Think what EPA numbers would be for the 2007 at the 2006 curb weights.
What about it GM guys?
Thanks
I am going to the dealers this AM to get another vehicle or get my money back.
I may consider the protection. They wanted 200.00
Normie
I am fustrated myself !!!! I have been waiting since 2.18.06. I am simply getting another color
NBX or FX4 and the off-road package is now offered in a broader range of Expedition models as a $320 option (except when air shocks are ordered).
No I have not driven the 2007 Tahoe.
I'm sure that engineers have done their homework on new Tahoe brakes. You can stop an airliner or jet cargo if you have large enough brakes.
My comment in the post about the overall vehicle weights comes from my experience driving my four new lighter weight Broncos (4,500 lbs)hundreds of thousands of miles, my 2000 Expedition 4wd (5,350lbs) 90,000 and the 2003 and 2004 Expeditions(5,720 lbs) 84,000. Have bought 11 new Ford suvs for the family since 1981.
An extreme example of trying to move something heavy would be the old freight train. Sure enough power and brakes will make it stop and go, but the stoppimg and going is not going to happen very quickly no matter the power or brakes and not at a low cost.
Even improved as the 5.3L must be for 2007, I just don't see how it will ever have enough torque to muscle the 5,700 lbs of the new 2007 4wd Tahoe. The long stroke, broad torque band 5.4L Ford Triton does well in either 2V or 3V, but the towing torque still is nothing to write home about. Look forward to seeing the MHP vehicle tests in the fall for 0-60 times for the 2007 Tahoe.
To recap, there is a point where high enough overall vehicle weight makes you feel like you are driving a 3/4 or 1 ton type truck instead of a traditional weight 1500 series suv. It's a feel and comfort thing--for me anyway based on my above million suv miles.
Thanks for your reply.
Make that about 5,524 lbs. per KBB for 2007 Tahoe and difference 314 from 2006 Tahoe curb weight. These base curb weights probably would be without the third row seat? I saw the 5,700 for 2007 Tahoe somewhere recently.
Point is the same. Just today the Government announced increased EPA SUV fuel mileage goals for 2008 as new 2007 GM and later 2007 Ford full-sized SUVs hit the streets heavier that last year.
Once you get the weight moving it won't hurt mpg much, plus it will coast better on the down hills.
Nice pics. Looks great.
Where did you get the fascia cover from? Not sure if they make it for the 07 Yukon. Picking up one tomorrow afternoon.
I guess in summation, buying a vehicle that is utility something means that you as the buyer must be willing to put up with the dislikes and enjoy the features that closely fit your needs and budget. I have had to also cross these hurdles looking at quality lawn and garden tractors and especially various types of boats. There seem to be endless compromises and price points for the companies and the customers to deal with.
Would like to thank all how have taken time to think, reply, etc.
P.s. Going to test drive that a black 2007 4wd Tahoe I saw on dealer's lot. Some kind of sharp vehicle!
The one problem I have is that the rain sensor (ultrasonic ??) came unglued from the windshield and the dealer can't get the parts yet ... GM uses a non hardening very soft & sticky rubber type of adhesive ... IMO.. the heat of the sun softens it even futher and it looses its holding power and unless GM changes the type of adhesive it will happen again....
I'm very impressed with the DOD V8-V4 engine. BUT anyone with a heavy or NASCAR right foot won't get the full potential from the system.... I found that at speeds of 25 to 60 mph.... that if I leave the Tow-Haul ON ... It will down shift the transmission to third (3)... With raises the RPM's a little and more into the powerband of the engine.... And on level ground (cruise on or off) it will stay in V-4 mode for miles and miles!!
I paid 39,550 before TT&L. That's 3,225 off MSRP or 935 over invoice (2.4%). I negotiated with several different dealers over 6 weeks and that was the best deal I could find in the central Florida area.
I read the posts concerning paint sealing. The dealership didn't say anything about it. Is the paint different on the later models of the Tahoe? Is the paint different from what is put on the Yukon? I had a 2003 Yukon and never had any problems with the paint fading or chipping. Does it start to fade after four or five years? Should I have it sealed?
Thanks for any input you can give,
Pam
BUT .. I found if you manually downshift the transmission from D (4th) to 3rd it will stay in the V-8 mode ONLY .. info per the D.I.C. display.
I doubt it without hacking something. Why would you want to?? If you can tell it's running in 4cly mode, yours isn't working properly.
Also you can find chrome chevy bowties(emblems) at streetbeatcustoms.com
1.) The piece of plastic on the dash closest to the front window is warped or popping up. It's not a smooth connection between the 2 pieces of plastic.
2.) 2 times now the ABS and Stabilitrac warning lights on the dash have come on while driving. In the CID it will also say "Service Stabilitrac" and also "Service Traction Control". When this first happened I immediately called the dealership and was told that this is just a "quirk" and if I turn the vehicle off and restart it that it will be OK...Bad Answer. I told the guy that I shouldn't have a "quirk" on a $50K vehicle and that they need to fix it or get me a new vehicle!!!
It will be in the shop on Monday and they will keep the truck until it's fixed. Fortunately they are giving me a loaner vehicle until I get mine back.
We'll see...............
I was concerned after Nacho said his color wasn't quite what he wanted so I E-Mailed them. I got a response that if I told them the colors I was interested and gave them my home address that they would mail a piece of the mat to me so I could see which best matched.
Sounds like they offer some good customer service!! Also, they make a vinyl mat cover that fits exactly over these new mats to help protect them if anybody is interested.
2-20-06 - First problem I had was the rear air conditioning didn't work. Dealer found out that the module and wires leading to the rear air was cut/crimped - dealer replaced module in one day.
3-15-06 - Second problem was numerous errors on the dash, flashing control panel and park assist light, fuel empty reading when tank was full, then car wouldn't start. Dealer had for a week. Identified as main computer module -was a RESTRICTED part so it had to be ordered directly from factory.
3-31-06 - Third problem is the vehicle is now shifting very hard from 1st to 2nd and 2nd to 3rd. Called dealer and he said if you turn vehicle off and back on then it will probably work, but that the transmission module is probably bad and IT WILL HAPPEN AGAIN. Dealer is picking up the car once again on 4-3-06.
Next time something happens - I will request a replacement vehicle.
FYI: The dealer is a friend and has been very accomodating throughout this whole process. Says that my vehicle is the only one they've had problems with. :sick: